{"id":69473,"date":"2026-07-27T16:37:39","date_gmt":"2026-07-27T16:37:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/?post_type=product&#038;p=69473"},"modified":"2026-07-27T16:37:39","modified_gmt":"2026-07-27T16:37:39","slug":"dr-althea-gentle-vitamin-c-20-serum-30ml","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/product\/dr-althea-gentle-vitamin-c-20-serum-30ml\/","title":{"rendered":"Dr.Althea Gentle Vitamin C 20% Serum 30ml"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"product-description\">\n<p>A lot of people who want to try vitamin C for the first time hold back because of past experiences with concentrated formulas that left their skin irritated or red. That&#8217;s exactly where the <strong>Dr.Althea Gentle Vitamin C 20% Serum &#8211; 30ml<\/strong> comes in, the ideal starting point for anyone new to vitamin C.<\/p>\n<p>The formula is built around niacinamide and 3-O-ethyl ascorbic acid (a stable form of vitamin C), along with sea buckthorn extract, naturally rich in vitamin C beyond levels found in many fruits, all within a minimal formula of under 20 ingredients. That makes it one of the safest options from <a href=\"\/?pwb-brand=dr-althea\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/brand\/dr-althea\/\">Dr. Althea<\/a> for sensitive and acne-prone skin. You can also browse more of our <a href=\"\/?product_cat=korean-skincare-products\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/korean-skincare-products\/\">Korean skincare products<\/a> to complete your routine.<\/p>\n<h3>Benefits<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Helps fade dark spots and gradually even out skin tone<\/li>\n<li>Soothes the skin with green tea leaf water<\/li>\n<li>Safe and suitable for acne-prone skin<\/li>\n<li>Watery, non-sticky texture that absorbs quickly without leaving a shiny film<\/li>\n<li>Vegan formula, free from synthetic fragrance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>Active Ingredients<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>3-O-Ethyl Ascorbic Acid: a stable, effective form of vitamin C that helps fade dark spots<\/li>\n<li>Niacinamide: evens out skin tone and supports the skin&#8217;s barrier<\/li>\n<li>Sea Buckthorn Extract: a natural source rich in vitamin C and antioxidants<\/li>\n<li>Green Tea Leaf Water: soothes sensitive, irritation-prone skin<\/li>\n<li>Adenosine &amp; Allantoin: support skin elasticity and hydration<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>How to Use<\/h3>\n<p>After cleansing and toner, apply a few drops to the face, gently patting until fully absorbed. Use morning and night, and always follow with daytime sunscreen.<\/p>\n<h3>Best Suited For<\/h3>\n<p>Ideal for those new to vitamin C, and suitable for sensitive and acne-prone skin that needs gentle brightening without risking irritation.<\/p>\n<h3>Warnings<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>For external use only; avoid contact with eyes<\/li>\n<li>Daily sunscreen use is recommended while using vitamin C products<\/li>\n<li>A patch test is recommended before first use<\/li>\n<li>Keep out of reach of children<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3>FAQ<\/h3>\n<p><strong>Is this serum good for someone trying vitamin C for the first time?<\/strong><br \/>Yes, it&#8217;s specifically designed to be a gentle, safe entry point into vitamin C without irritation.<\/p>\n<p><strong>What&#8217;s the difference between this and the Vitamin C Boosting Serum 63%?<\/strong><br \/>This serum has a lighter concentration and suits beginners, while the 63% version is stronger, containing tranexamic acid and alpha-arbutin for deeper brightening.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Is it suitable for acne-prone skin?<\/strong><br \/>Yes, the formula is safe for acne-prone skin and won&#8217;t clog pores.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Does it need sunscreen alongside it?<\/strong><br \/>Yes, daily sunscreen is always recommended when using vitamin C products.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Can it be used every day?<\/strong><br \/>Yes, it can be used morning and night as part of your daily routine.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p><br data-mce-bogus=\"1\"><\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":69470,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":[],"pwb-brand":[3286],"product_brand":[],"product_cat":[3088,3114,3110,3127],"product_tag":[3223],"class_list":["post-69473","product","type-product","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","pwb-brand-dr-althea","product_cat-care","product_cat-face-brightening","product_cat-face-care","product_cat-korean-skincare-products","product_tag-serum","first","instock","sale","taxable","shipping-taxable","purchasable","product-type-simple"],"brands":[{"id":3286,"name":"Dr Althea","slug":"dr-althea"}],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/69473","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/product"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=69473"}],"version-history":[{"count":1,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/69473\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":69474,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product\/69473\/revisions\/69474"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/69470"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=69473"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"pwb-brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pwb-brand?post=69473"},{"taxonomy":"product_brand","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_brand?post=69473"},{"taxonomy":"product_cat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_cat?post=69473"},{"taxonomy":"product_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/toqueen.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/product_tag?post=69473"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}